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Activity Boston, USA
Boston City View Bicycle Tour: Historical E-bike/City Bike Tour
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About this activity
Discover Boston’s famous sites and hidden treasures on this 2.5 to 3-hour guided bike tour – a perfect way to explore the city! Start in Boston’s North End and pass sites like Copley Square, Fenway Park and the Faneuil Hall marketplace. Cruise through Beacon Hill and admire the diverse neighborhoods as your knowledgeable guide provides insightful commentary on Boston’s unique history. You may also choose to do this tour on an e-bike (select e-bike option at checkout, but note: you must be 16 or older to select the E-bike option).
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 h 30 min
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 32 people
- People per booking
- 1–15
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Urban AdvenTours
Ages: Adults (12–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: See top Boston attractions including Fenway Park, Boston Common, and Copley Square
- Included: City Bike or E-bike UPGRADE - must select when booking (E-bikes may not be available every day)
- Included: Explore 6 Boston neighborhoods including historic North End "Little Italy" and Back Bay
- Included: Helmets Provided
- Included: 2.5-3 Hour Guided Bicycle Tour of Boston
Not included
- Not included: Gratuities
Itinerary
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Urban AdvenTours - Boston Bike Tours
30 min Admission included
Arrive at our shop 30 minutes prior to your tour time. You'll be asked to sign a waiver and be fitted on your bike. You guide will provide an overview of the ride, what to expect, as well as our safety tips and rules of the road.
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Passing by
Our ride will start in the North End, Boston's Italian neighborhood. You will likely smell the garlic as we roll through. At the end of your tour, you guide will be happy to recommend a restaurant or pastry shop (mmm...cannolis!)
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Passing by
During one of our first stops, you'll see "Old Ironsides" from across the water.
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Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge
Passing by
Curious to know the inspiration behind Boston's new(ish) bridge? Our guides will let you know a few fun facts behind the design...
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Along our route, we'll ride past TD Garden, home of the Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, and many a concert!
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Cycle through Beacon Hill, on of Boston's most famous - and photographed - neighborhoods.
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5 min
Louisburg Square is famously known as a literary square, with previous residents including Louisa May Alcott and Robert Frost.
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Charles River Esplanade
Passing by
Our route will take us along the river on the Esplanade, where we'll ride by the Hatch Shell, the outdoor concert stage which was made famous by the Boston Pops Orchestra, which performs during the Fourth of July fireworks.
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Passing by
We'll ride through the Back Bay Fens, one of the parks in the Emerald Necklace park system, which was designed by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. The Fens are home to Victory Gardens dating back to WWII, as well as two of Boston's art museums - the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts.
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5 min
The MFA is a world class art museum. We'll stop to see one of their unique art installations outside of the museum. Banners outside will give you an idea of current exhibits, but the MFA is always worth a visit while you're in Boston.
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Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Passing by
We'll pass by the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum - we recommend planning a visit during your time in Boston!
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Christian Science Plaza
5 min
We'll stop to admire the beauty of the Christian Science building and reflecting pool. (Guests have been known to run through the fountains on hot summer days!) Your guide will share about a stunning feature inside, which we encourage you to check out!
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Passing by
Ride through the streets of the South End, home of Boston's famous brownstone townhouses and cast iron details.
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10 min
Copley Plaza is the heart of the Back Bay neighborhood. The John Hancock building, Trinity Church, and the Boston Public Library surround the square. Copley Plaza also marks the finish line for the Boston Marathon.
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Passing by
Many people ask if we will ride the Freedom Trail on tour. While it's not possible to follow the entire route on bike, we'll cross over the Freedom Trail multiple times along our tour.
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Downtown Crossing
Passing by
We'll ride through Downtown Crossing, the original shopping district in Boston.
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Passing by
As we ride through Downtown Crossing, you'll see the Old South Meeting House.
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Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway
Passing by
One of the city's newest parks, created during "the Big Dig". Rose Kennedy Greenway is the home of many unique art installations, gardens, splash fountains, and farmer's markets.
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Urban AdvenTours
103 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110, USA
You must arrive 30 minutes prior to tour start time to check-in and be fitted on your bike. Our tours depart on time and we are not able to catch-up late arrivals. Boston traffic can be heavy so please plan accordingly!
End point
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Urban AdvenTours
103 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110, USA
You must arrive 30 minutes prior to tour start time to check-in and be fitted on your bike. Our tours depart on time and we are not able to catch-up late arrivals. Boston traffic can be heavy so please plan accordingly!
Using your ticket
You must arrive 30 minutes prior to tour start time to check-in and be fitted on your bike. Our tours depart on time and we are not able to catch-up late arrivals. Boston traffic can be heavy so please plan accordingly!
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
- The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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You may participate on this tour on one of our comfort hybrid bikes OR one of our pedal-assist electric bikes! (option available at checkout)
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Guests MUST be comfortable riding in the street: Recommended for those 12 years and older
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If you are looking for a family friendly tour, please book our Tour de Boston bike tour
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Tour company reserves the right to omit any guests from tour if they are intoxicated, under the influence of any substance, a danger / liability to the rest of the group
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MUST be 16 years or older and at least 5 feet tall to tour on E-Bike.
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Re-booked tours are subject to a $20 rebooking fee (per person)
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Options
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Tour on E-Bike - 16+ yrs
City View Bike Tour on E-Bike: Must be 16 years or older and at least 5 ft tall.
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Tour on City Bike
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